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Xperia 1 VI vs OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

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Sony · 2024

Xperia 1 VI

85/ 100

Launch MSRP$1,399 USD

OnePlus

OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G

85/ 100

Launch MSRPPricing on request

WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Xperia 1 VI BETTER THAN OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G?

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Xperia 1 VIWinner 🏆

OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

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SPEC FACTOR	Xperia 1	OnePlus Nord	LEADER
Refresh Rate	120Hz	120Hz	120Hz
Battery Capacity	5,000 mAh	7,000 mAh	+7,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	30W	Standard	30W Max
Main Camera Sensor	48 MP	50 MP	50 MP
Screen Display Size	6.5"	6.72"	6.72"
Chassis Weight	192g	N/A	192g Lightest

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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Xperia 1 VI:

✓807g lighter chassis (192g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
✓$8600 lower launch MSRP ($1399 vs $9999)
✓48MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording

Reasons to buy OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G:

✓Larger 7,000 mAh battery capacity (+2,000 mAh more capacity)
✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
✓6.72" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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Specification	Xperia 1 VI	OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G
1. Display & Screen🏆 Xperia 1 VI Wins Display
Screen Type & Tech	OLED	AMOLED
Screen Size	6.5"	6.72"
Resolution & Density	2340x1080 (396 ppi)	FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate	120 Hz ProMotion	120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness	3,000 nits peak	N/A
Screen Protection	Scratch-resistant glass	Scratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Xperia 1 VI Wins Performance
Chipset / Processor	High performance SoC	Dimensity 7400 Apex
CPU Cores	Multi-core high performance	Multi-core high performance
GPU Graphics	Integrated Graphics	Integrated Graphics
Operating System	Android 14	Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory	12 GB LPDDR	8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage	256GB / 512GB	256 GB
Storage Speed	High-speed flash	High-speed flash
Card Slot	No	No
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Xperia 1 VI Wins Camera
Primary Camera	48 MP, f/1.9, OIS, Exmor T	50 MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto Zoom	12 MP (7x optical zoom), f/3.5, OIS	None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera	12 MP, f/2.2	N/A
LiDAR / Depth	None	None
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video	4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR	4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video	4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS	4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens	12 MP, f/2	12 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Xperia 1 VI Lightest Chassis
Dimensions	162 x 73.3 x 8.2 mm	N/A
Weight	192 g	N/A
Build Materials	Glass front, metal/glass frame	Glass front, metal/glass frame
SIM Type	Nano-SIM / eSIM support	Nano-SIM / eSIM support
Water Resistance	IP65/IP68	Not certified
8. Battery & Charging🏆 OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G Wins Battery
Battery Capacity	5,000 mAh	7,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging	30W wired fast charging	Fast charging
Wireless Charging	15W wireless charging	Not supported
Reverse Charging	Reverse wireless charging	Reverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
Loudspeaker	Stereo speakers	Stereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone Jack	No	No
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi Standard	Wi-Fi 7	Wi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth	5.4	Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & Speed	USB-C 3.2	USB Type-C
NFC	Yes (contactless payment)	Yes
11. Sensors & Security
Sensors	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass	Biometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite Features	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)	Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
Colors	Standard finishes	Standard finishes
Launch Price	$1399	Price on request

Editorial Lab Verdict

Xperia 1 VI edges ahead with a BeastScore of 84.5/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Xperia 1 VI ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 85/100 camera rating.

When to buy Xperia 1 VI:

Significantly faster wired charging: 30W vs max 0W · Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system)

When to buy OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G:

Larger battery capacity: 7,000 mAh (+2,000 mAh more)

Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Xperia 1 VI vs OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G

Which phone is better: Xperia 1 VI or OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G?

Xperia 1 VI leads with an overall BeastScore of 84.5/100 compared to OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G (84.5/100), driven by advantages in Significantly faster wired charging: 30W vs max 0W and Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Xperia 1 VI and OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G?

Xperia 1 VI is equipped with a 6.5-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G features a 6.72-inch display and 7000 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Xperia 1 VI and OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G?

In lab hardware evaluations, Xperia 1 VI scores 85/100 in camera performance, while OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G scores 80/100.

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Xperia 1 VI vs OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G

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WHY IS Xperia 1 VI BETTER THAN OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G?

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

Xperia 1 VI edges ahead with a BeastScore of 84.5/100

Frequently Asked Questions: Xperia 1 VI vs OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G

Which phone is better: Xperia 1 VI or OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G?

What are the primary battery and display differences between Xperia 1 VI and OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G?

How do the camera capabilities compare between Xperia 1 VI and OnePlus Nord CE6 Lite 5G?

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